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Ellson Education 1 Table of Contents Letter of Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................... 3 Ellson Leadership ............................................................................................................................................................. 4 About Ellson Education .................................................................................................................................................... 5 Branch Locations ............................................................................................................................................................. 10 Ellson’s English Summer Camp ........................................................................................................................................ 20 FAQs ................................................................................................................................................................................. 24 Useful Phrases ................................................................................................................................................................. 38 Hi! I'm John, and I'll be one of your primary contacts as you move forward in joining Ellson Education and making your way to China. In this packet, I've compiled information about Ellson, our various branch cities, our All English Summer Camp, and some helpful tips for making China and Ellson your home away from home! I hope you'll find this information useful. Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. On behalf of everyone at Ellson, I want to say how excited we are at the possibility of you joining our family and team! I look forward to talking with you further. All best! JOHN DERIENZO / Foreign Business & Training Director [email protected] / +1 828 719 6353 ELLSON EDUCATION +86 189 0311 3200 www.ellson.cn 3 LEADERSHIP Our leadership visiting Yellowstone National Park, WY, USA From left: Daniel Zhang – Founder, Vice-Headmaster (Director of Academics); Samuel Zhang – Founder, Headmaster; Jamie Chen – Vice-Headmaster (Director of Teachers, Customer Relations Coordinator); Leo Zhao – Founder, Government and Business Relations Director 4 Using the Pearson Education curriculum set and the CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) teaching methodology, Ellson Education strives to provide the very best in English language training for young learners, while also instilling them with a love for knowledge, a healthy sense of curiosity, and the moral and ethical values gained through social learning. Ellson began in 2006 with the focus of bringing international-level English education to 3 through 16-year- olds in Shijiazhuang, China. Since its founding, thousands of students have trained at Ellson, with many receiving awards and national recognition while competing in high-profile English competitions around the country. Currently with over 10,000 students, over 200 employees, and 15 locations throughout Shijiazhuang, Chengdu, Xintai, and Beijing, Ellson is quickly being recognized as one of China’s best English training brands, and is among the most preferred brands by parents of young learners. At Ellson kids come first, and that’s our difference! 5 Each Ellson location features classrooms installed with state- of-the-art equipment, including air purifiers, projectors, and interactive white boards perfect for the hands-on learning style of Pearson Education's curriculum. In line with Pearson's motto, “Learn to Read, Read to Learn,” Ellson students also have access to each location's Book-Book Children's Library, which are filled with fun and educational literature to encourage growth through self-learning. In addition, Ellson’s Elite branches currently serve as models for Pearson's Melite English program throughout China, hosting classes for students twice a week so they are exposed to the full capabilities of the international, A-level curriculum. 6 BRAND CONCEPT The Pearson "Learn to Read, Read to Learn" language philosophy, which aims to develop reading and self-motivated learning skills in students, uses the CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) interdisciplinary approach to language proficiency. We use the best aspects of Reading Based Learning (RBL) and Project Based Learning (PBL), combining literature exploration, which encourages self-discovery and critical thinking, with content driven activities like crafts, games, and performances to ensure kids absorb and retain knowledge while having fun! At Ellson, we understand that children learn best when they are fully engaged in each lesson, and so Ellson classrooms are synonymous with fun and happiness! 7 CLASSROOM ATMOSPHERE Ellson educators are trained and encouraged to include interactive elements in their lessons to engage and develop multiple areas at once, including listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. A typical Ellson class will include hands-on activities, songs, follow-along chants, games, and dramas, all to reinforce class concepts and teachings. These elements not only enhance English proficiency in a way that is fun and relatable, but they also encourage language practice in a relaxed environment which enhances student confidence, self- expression, and teamwork. LANGUAGE LEARNING OUTLOOK Speaking English well isn't simply a good test score, nor is it just the ability to say, “Hello! How are you?” True English proficiency is interdisciplinary and a lifelong learning process. Ellson students learn in an environment where they are exposed to English through Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Social Sciences. 8 Students learn to apply their knowledge of English in many different contexts, and are taught to value virtue and the expression of emotion with their language skills. By using English to develop each student's thinking skills and expose them to alternative perspectives and mutual understandings, we know that Ellson graduates will be prepared for their bright futures. UNIVERSAL LEARNING CERTIFICATES Ellson Education is a GESE international oral exam giver accredited by Trinity College London. Each Ellson location also holds certification from Pearson Education, Inc. as PTE General examination and training centers. Annually, we provide students with international learning standardized tests, and the PTE General certificate upon passing the PTE General Exam. GESE Exam: The GESE English exam is one of the most authoritative evaluation examinations offered. Each exam is conducted with an examiner in a one on one interview. Evaluation categories include pronunciation, vocabulary, language comprehension, and grammar. PTE Exam: The PTE Young Learners English Test (PTEYL) and Pearson Test of General English Examination (PTE General) are provided by education giant Pearson as a new evaluation system for English proficiency in an annual, worldwide examination. Unlike TOEFL or IELTS, PTE is the only comprehensive, international English examination for children, and is designed to reward positive achievement in English language learning. 9 The PTE General consists of two parts: a written paper and a spoken test, with writing accounting for 80% of the final grade, and oral for 20%. The written paper tests listening, reading comprehension and writing skills, and is marked by external examiners in the UK. The spoken test is assessed by trained local examiners and is sent to the UK for moderation. International Partnerships In March of 2017, Ellson Education finalized its official partnership with Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina and the Richard W. Riley College of Education. This partnership continually provides international opportunities for Winthrop faculty and students, particularly through summer internships and teaching opportunities that prioritize real-life experience in ESL classrooms with young learners. Additionally, Ellson students and faculty benefit from continued exposure to native English speakers and Stateside summer camps focusing on English proficiency and U.S. history and culture. 10 Branch Locations* BeiJing (北京) Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China and the world's second most populous city proper and most populous capital city. Beijing Municipality is surrounded by Hebei Province with the exception of neighboring Tianjin Municipality to the southeast. As a city combining both modern and traditional architecture, Beijing is a megacity rich in history, exemplified in its global influence in politics, economy, education, history, culture, and technology. Beijing is the second largest Chinese city by urban population after Shanghai and is the nation's political, cultural, and educational center. It is home to the headquarters of most of China's largest state-owned companies and is a major hub for the national highway, expressway, railway, and high-speed rail networks. The Beijing Capital International Airport has been the second busiest in the world by passenger traffic since 2010, and, as of 2016, the city's subway network is the busiest and second longest in the world, after Shanghai's subway system. The city's history dates back three millennia. As the last of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China, Beijing has been the political center *Information in this section compiled from Wikipedia.com 11 of the country for much of the past eight centuries. With mountains surrounding the inland city on three sides, in addition
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